by Jordin Tate | Oct 3, 2024 | Announcements, home-featured, Informative Articles, Learn-Featured, Non-Profit News, Press Releases, Pulse-Featured
As the season of giving approaches, the LINKS Committee is proud to announce a donation drive to support the McKinney Community Food Pantry. This initiative seeks to help individuals and families by collecting essential items to stock the pantry ahead of the holidays....
by Jordin Tate | Sep 20, 2024 | Business News, home-featured, Learn-Featured, Pulse-Featured
In a push to improve student focus and reduce distractions, Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath is advocating for a ban on cellphones in K-12 schools. The proposed measure is part of ongoing discussions aimed at enhancing the learning environment across the...
by Jordin Tate | Aug 29, 2024 | Business News, home-featured, Informative Articles, Learn-Featured, Pulse, Pulse-Featured
McKinney’s startup scene is gaining momentum thanks to significant local investments aimed at nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship. These strategic investments are designed to strengthen the city’s position as a hub for emerging businesses, fostering...
by Heather Aldridge | Aug 29, 2024 | Arts & Culture, Bars, Business News, home-featured, Lifestyle-Featured, Live Entertainment, Pulse, Pulse-Featured
Las Vegas Sands Advocates for Voter Decision on Gaming Legislation Las Vegas Sands hotel and casino hopes to bring their resort to Texas, eyeing several different locations including the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. However, with gambling currently illegal in Texas,...
by Jordin Tate | Aug 29, 2024 | home-featured, Learn-Featured, Press Releases, Pulse, Pulse-Featured
McKinney ISD residents can expect a minor reduction in the tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year, as the district has approved a slight decrease for FY 2024-25. This adjustment reflects the district’s ongoing efforts to balance the needs of its schools with...
by Heather Aldridge | Aug 23, 2024 | Business News, home-featured, Learn-Featured, Pulse, Pulse-Featured
Fostering Start-Up Success and Economic Growth A simple idea blossomed into a revolutionary company that transformed the online book industry, empowering readers to truly own the books they purchased. Since its inception in 2022, Book.io has sold over 200k books in...
